For the Bates family, spending Independence Day in South Carolina is a tradition, and this year was no different. Gil and Kelly Bates and a number of their children, including some of the married couples and grandchildren, visited Papa Bill and Mama Jane at their peaceful farm in Honea Path. Papa Bill and Kelton Balka also celebrate their birthdays on July 4th.
Gil Bates, Papa Bill, Kelly Bates
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